China University of Geosciences Beijing

China University of Geosciences (Beijing) (CUGB) is located in Haidian District, Beijing, directly under the Ministry of Education and jointly built with the Ministry of Natural Resources. It is a national key university and a member of the “211 Project”, “985 Innovation Platform”, and “Double First-Class” initiative.

CUGB is also a Chinese government scholarship institution, part of the Excellent Engineer Education and Training Program, and the “111 Program”. As a signatory of the China University Planetary Science Alliance, it enjoys international prestige in earth sciences.

CUGB’s geology and geological resources & engineering are national Double First-Class disciplines, rated A+ in China’s discipline evaluation. Known as the “cradle of Chinese geologists”, it has produced dozens of academicians and industry leaders.

Its earth sciences, environmental science/ecology, and engineering rank in the global ESI top 1%. The university’s field practice bases in Zhoukoudian and Beidaihe are world-renowned for hands-on training, attracting international geological expeditions.

CUGB boasts a distinguished faculty including members of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering, along with national teaching masters. It offers 16 first-level doctoral programs, 34 master’s programs, and 16 postdoctoral stations.

Undergraduate programs span sciences, engineering, management, economics, law, and humanities, with geology, geochemistry, and resource exploration as national specialty programs. The university promotes “Emerging Engineering Education”, integrating AI and big data into curricula, and runs an Excellent Engineer program with industry partners.

Located in Beijing’s Haidian district, CUGB’s campus is surrounded by top universities, creating a vibrant academic environment. The tree-lined campus features modern teaching buildings, a library with extensive geoscience databases, gyms, and student dormitories equipped with air conditioning and internet.

Multiple canteens, cafés, and sports facilities cater to diverse needs. The university operates large field bases in Zhoukoudian, Beidaihe, and Pingquan, providing excellent facilities for geological fieldwork and research training.